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Derek Jacobi

Sir Derek Jacobi is an English actor and stage director. He is a founding member of the Royal National Theatre, and a two-time Lawrence Olivier Award winner. He has also appeared on television and in film, including Henry V, Gladiator, and The King’s Speech. He lives in North London.

Get Inspired! Books for After-School Clubs & Activities

Coordinating after-school clubs and activities in your school community? Explore our collection of books that will help students discover their passion for new (and screen-free!) hobbies. Focusing on topics such as art, board games, crafting, cooking, nature, sports, and more—these books are bound to spark imagination and movement. Browse the middle school and high school

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